RAN Antenna Innovation and
Evolution
Hosted by:
When
September 12-14, 2023
Introduction
Considering advanced 5G antenna systems, technologies and enablers. Hardware, Test and Measurment for FR2 and FR3 bands including 7-15 GHz, co-existence with Fixed Links, RADAR and Satellite communications, Larger Array Antennas, Massive MIMO, multi-user MIMO, multiple Radio Access Technology system architectures. Managing multiband deployments, reconfigurable and switching wireless network topologies, RF beamforming, digital beamforming, and hybrid beamforming architectures.
Workshop Goals
- Exploring cell site issues and how new bands can be added to existing sites.
- Assessing integration challenges from adding new spectrum blocks.
- Considering opportunities and challenges for beam steering and phased antenna rays
- Managing rural tower sharing, windload challenges, antenna efficiency and lifecycles.
Agenda
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Day 1 September 12 19:00 |
Welcome Reception at Mouratoglou Hotel & Resort Lounge |
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Day 2 September 13 08:30 |
Arrival & Registration
at Orange Innovation Center * Breakfast provided |
450 Rte du Pin Montard, 06410 Biot, France |
| 09:00 |
Welcome, Opening Remarks
& Introductions
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09:40 |
Keynote Presentation
Massive MIMO vs. Passive
Multibeam: A Quick Overview of Two Technologies and Their
Use Cases for High-Capacity Applications
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Director of Innovation in Radio & Environment, Orange
Chief Technology Officer, Galtronics Canada
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11:00 |
Networking Break | |
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11:40 |
Assessment and Definition of Specific KPIs for Antennas, based on 3D Radiation Patterns
Massive MIMO Innovations- Ericsson Interference Sensing |
Principal Engineer, Vodafone
Senior Expert Multi Antenna Systems, Ericsson
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13:00 |
Networking Lunch |
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14:00
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Medium Term Evolution of
sub-6 Ghz gNodeB Antennas: An Operator Point of View Advancements in Efficient mmWave Front-End and Integrated Solutions for 5G and Beyond: A Technology Perspective |
Senior Research Engineer, Subject Matter Expert, Orange
Marketing Manager, United Monolithic Semiconductors
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15:20 |
Networking Break |
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16:00
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OTA Measurements of Massive MIMO RRU in Reverberation Chamber A Novel MIMO OTA Methodology for UE Performance Testing |
Project Manager,
Bluetest AB
 Lead Technologist & Architect,
Keysight
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| 17:30 | Adjourn | |
| 19:00 | Networking Event | Le Ruban Bleu |
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DAY 3 September 14 08:30 am |
Arrival & Registration at Orange Innovation Center |
450 Rte du Pin Montard, 06410 Biot, France
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| 09:00 am |
Tour of Orange Lab & Anechoic Chamber: * Spherical scanner, compact base, CATR (plane scanner), allowing measurements of radiation adn diffraction of electromagnetic fields up to 260 GHz * ORAN testbed and a massive MIMO antenna test platform |
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10:30 |
Networking Breakfast |
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11:00 |
Antenna Evolution for B5G, 6G: mmWave and sub-THz Antenna Systems, Reconfigurable Surfaces
Field Performance of MIMO and 6G RAN Requirements
Analysis and Measurement of Cross-Band PIM in Base Station Antennas
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Subject Matter Expert, Orange
Senior Manager- Wireless Research, Distinguished Engineer, BT
Director Advanced Technology, CommScope
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13:00 |
Networking Lunch | |
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14:00 |
Design & fabrication of +/-90° Azimuth Field- of-View Enhancer for K-band Phased Array Antennas using 3D Printed GRIN Lens Approach
RF GaN Substrate Solution for Infrastructure and Handset
T&M Aspects Regarding
RIS (Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces) |
PhD, Sr. Manager Business
Development, Rogers Corp Chief Customer Officer, Fortify
Strategic Marketing Manager, Soitec
Technology Manager, Rohde & Schwarz
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15:30 |
Networking Break |
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16:00 |
Next Generation Modeling
and Simulation of 5G/6G Antenna Arrays |
Technical Account Manager, High Tech & Semiconductor,
ANSYS  |
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17:30 |
Closing Discussion | |
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17:45 |
Adjourn |
FAQs
- What is the deadline for presentation/handout materials?
- Who are the attendees?
- What are the costs/registrations fees?
- Hotel information?
- What are the travel options from the airport to the hotel?
- Are there any audiovisual requirements?
- What is the dress code??
- How will handout materials be provided??
- What is the deadline for
presentation/handout materials?
Deadline for electronic version of presentation/handout materials: September 8, 2023
- Who are the attendees?
- We do not permit the Press.
- We do not permit Analysts.
- We do not permit Consultants.
- We do not permit 3rd party sales reps.
- We only permit "first hand
knowledge experts" in business and technology issues,
prepared to contribute to the discussion.
- What are the costs/registrations fees?
ALL Hosts, Speakers, Panel Members and Attendees will be asked to cover out-of-pocket workshop costs such as conference room costs, food (Social Reception plus First Day breakfast/lunch/dinner plus Second Day breakfast/lunch plus Breaks), audio/visual costs, etc.
These costs per person is $1,440. (For IWPC Members only.)
ALL Hosts, Speakers, Panel Members and Attendees will be asked to pay this fee in advance with either Visa, MasterCard, American Express, cash, personal check or business check. Make checks payable to IWPC.
- Hotel information?
Mouratoglou Hotel And Resort3550 Route Des Dolines06410 Biot, FrancePhone: +33 04 92 96 68 78
- What are the travel options from the airport to the hotel?
- Are there any audiovisual requirements?
A Computer Projector will be available for the speakers.
In addition, we audiotape all presentations and the interactive discussions. Post workshop, presentations are made available to IWPC Members on the IWPC WEB site, along with “recordings” of all presentations and panel sessions.
- What is the dress code?
Business casual suggested. No ties, please!
- How will handout materials be provided?
For ALL IWPC members:
All IWPC members are invited to submit materials to be included in the online workshop folder in the IWPC Research Library. This should NOT BE SALES MATERIALS. Rather, we suggest it contain technical information about your technology as it relates to the workshop topics.
For all companies who will be making a presentation at the Workshop:
You are invited to submit an advance copy of your presentation, complete with graphics and illustrations. Please use PowerPoint 16:9 format and embed .mp4 videos if have them. Please do not use .wmv, .avi or other video format, .mp4 only. No proprietary markings please. Do not include any pages or images that require going online or have security requirements. Everything needs to be embedded in the file and unprotected. The laptop that will display the presentations during the workshop is not connected to the internet so external links to YouTube or anywhere else will not work. All content must run locally in PowerPoint.
These materials will be included on the IWPC website Research Library for member access in PDF format.
- Go to www.iwpc.org
- Click on IWPC Activities Tab
- Under Workshop: RAN Antenna Innovation
- Click on Submit Presentation Proposal. Complete the form and attach your presentation.
- Once we receive your presentation we will send an email confirmation.
AS BACKUP, PLEASE BRING AN ELECTRONIC COPY USB STICK WITH YOU!